2012 Lancia Voyager vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 2012 Lancia Voyager is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Omega would be higher. At 3,604 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Voyager (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 445 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Lancia Voyager (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lancia Voyager | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Voyager | Omega |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3604 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5151 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1999 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
